AMSA Job Template

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ABOUT AMSA

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is Australia’s national agency responsible for maritime safety, protection of the marine environment, and maritime aviation search and rescue.  We are a statutory authority established under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 (AMSA Act).

At AMSA we ensure safe vessel operations, combat marine pollution and rescue people in distress. We work closely with other Australian and international government agencies and related industries, providing valuable advice and expertise to ensure we, and others deliver on our mission.  

It is an exciting time at AMSA, as we have recently assumed the full service delivery for the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessels. As we chart new territory, it creates opportunities to engage further and have an even bigger impact on the Australian Maritime industry. 

AMSA employs around 400 people across Australia.  We offer unique and challenging career opportunities for our employees, who come from a range of diverse backgrounds.  Our employees represent our values, and operate in a PROFESSIONAL and COLLABORATIVE way; are DEDICATED to our mission and are ACCOUNTABLE for decisions and actions.

Working at AMSA will give you an opportunity to make a real difference and actively contribute towards AMSA’s vision for Safe and clean seas, saving lives.

To learn more about our organisation, our AMSA Values and our people, please visit our website.

ABOUT THE ROLE

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As the Manager Vessel Operations, you will be a senior leader within AMSA’s Operations division. Strategically supporting operations functions of educating and ensuring the domestic and international shipping industries are operating in accordance with the requirements of the respective safety regulatory frameworks.

Specifically, in this role you will have the opportunity to make a real impact and difference to the maritime industry both domestically and internationally. You will be the driver of AMSA’s goals with respect to vessel operations and the alignment of that area to AMSA’s corporate strategy. 

The role will see you and your team provide a responsive and hands on approach to solving industry issues. You will be a key liaison with industry, Commonwealth and State/Territory authorities and other relevant domestic and international bodies to promote the application of effective safety system processes in the maritime industry.

Reporting into the National Operations Manager – Central, you will be part of a strong customer focused and results driven team of professionals.

ABOUT THE PERSON

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Example:

To be successful in this position, you will have solid foundations and management experience within the Australian Maritime industry.

Your knowledge and understanding of international conventions and associated national regulatory requirements will be key to your success. Having your finger on the pulse will excite you; and you will be passionate about providing high quality solutions that minimise impacts or disruptions to vessel operations.

You will be well adept in developing and managing budgets and have experience in the delivery of cost effective solutions.

You will be a natural promoter and influencer, with an ability to engage and network with a variety of stakeholders. You will possess strong presentation, written and verbal capacities and you will be technically qualified.

For a full list of prerequisites and required capabilities for this role, please refer to the position description. 

At AMSA, we acknowledge the value diversity can bring to assist us in delivering against our mission to contribute towards ‘Safe and clean seas, saving lives’. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people with a disability and people from other diverse backgrounds. For further information, please refer to AMSA Diversity Plan 2019-2022.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Exciting and challenging work which directly contributes to AMSA’s mission, strategy and the impact we make to the community

• A collaborative work environment where you can contribute to AMSA’s strong reputation as maritime regulator, through working with dedicated colleagues who provide regulatory oversight to one of the safest maritime regions in the world

• The opportunity to work with supportive, passionate and collaborative colleagues and leaders who encourage and support each other to achieve positive outcomes and success 

• An inclusive workplace with attractive remuneration package, including generous employer superannuation contributions

• Employee rewards, recognition and benefits that support workplace achievement and work life balance

Note: Information about our terms and conditions of employment are contained in the AMSA Enterprise Agreement 2016-2019.